Jakarta
Taman Menteng
About
A historic urban park in Central Jakarta, built in 2007 on the site of the former Menteng Stadium. It offers a well-maintained green space for recreation and sports, featuring playgrounds, jogging tracks, basketball courts, and unique amenities like greenhouses for art exhibitions. A popular escape for families and office workers.Image Source: https://megapolitan.kompas.com/image/2025/05/18/06175691/menengok-taman-menteng-yang-kini-buka-24-jam?page=4
Highlights
- A spacious and well-maintained green space for relaxing, jogging, or walking.
- Features a dedicated children's playground with various play equipment like swings and slides.
- Home to a large jogging track that is popular with fitness enthusiasts, as well as free basketball and futsal courts.
- Includes unique amenities like two greenhouses (Rumah Kaca) that often host art and photo exhibitions, and a fish pond with a fountain.
- Provides a peaceful escape from the city's hustle with plenty of shady trees and seating areas.
Nearby Attractions
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
1. Is there an entrance fee?
No, entry to Taman Menteng is free for the public.
2. What's the best time to visit?
Early mornings (for jogging or a calm walk) and late afternoons/early evenings (as the weather cools down) are ideal. It can get very busy on weekend afternoons. The park is now open at night, so visiting late at night is also an option.
3. Are there food vendors available?
Yes, there are often small food and drink carts around the park, especially on weekends and in the afternoons. You can also find vending machines for drinks.
Location
Jl. HOS. Cokroaminoto, RT.3/RW.5, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10310
Operation Hours
Monday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM